Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How can I master Russian in Jacksonville, FL and what does it take in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with apps, you have several key opportunities for learning Russian interactively in Jacksonville, FL. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, check centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are cheaper.) Your second resource can be local for-profit language academies that cost less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can find a private Russian tutor in Jacksonville, FL. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Jacksonville, FL and online Russian tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Russian and what do Russian tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Russian course cost as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of about 50 lesson hours each semester. Language academies and private Russian tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the better priced Russian tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 19 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, availability and student demand. Real student rating average for Russian lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Russian do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared pass a few pre-requisites. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and graded tasks, so research each program in advance. With personal Russian tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.
🔥 Why is Russian so difficult and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Russian. Realistically, you can gain basic Russian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand common expressions, be understood when you talk, socialize in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Russian. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Russian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Russian?
Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Russian will require at least 600 hours of practice. The amount of time can differ by a lot depending on your already acquired level of Russian or familiarity with other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Russian out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Russian classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Russian instructor?
In language centers, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, always! The largest selection of approved Russian tutors with video profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning resources like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges typically run classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools as a rule make available shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, the number of lessons is really up to you, with early morning, day, evening and night classes available, on weekdays and/or weekends.